Please join us for a lecture from Dr. Omar Ali titled "Understanding Black History as American History". African Americans have played an integral role in the creation and development of the United States from the colonial period to the present. Since 1619 when the first twenty Africans were brought to the shores of the Chesapeake to the election of the nation’s first black president, black men and women have contributed to the economic, political, and cultural growth of the U.S. Much of how U. S. history is taught, however, marginalizes the African American narrative. This presentation will engage audiences in an exploration of how “Black History” is “American History” without glorifying the contributions of men and women of African descent, yet demonstrating their significance in shaping America’s narrative. Sponsored by the NC Humanities Council.
Sunday Feb 24, 2019
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM EST
Sunday February 24 at 4 P<
Orange County Historical Museum 201 N. Churton St. Hillsborough, NC 27278
This event is free and open to the public.
Anna Boyer, Museum Coordinator
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Printed courtesy of www.hillsboroughchamber.com/ – Contact the Hillsborough/Orange County Chamber of Commerce for more information.
200 North Churton Street, Hillsborough, NC 27278 – (919) 732-8156 – membership@hillsboroughchamber.com